Kuby immunology /

The 7th edition of 'Kuby Immunology' presents an up-to-date and comprehensive introduction to the principles and findings of immunology. It contains full-colour illustrations, study questions, study aids and much more.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Owen, Judith A.
Other Authors: Punt, Jenni, Stranford, Sharon A., Jones, Patricia P., Kuby, Janis
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : W.H. Freeman and Company, 2013
Edition:Seventh edition.
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Table of Contents:
  • Overview of the immune system
  • Cells, organs, and microenvironments of the immune system
  • Receptors and signaling: B and T receptors
  • Receptors and signaling: cytokine and chemokine
  • Innate immunity
  • Innate immunity
  • The complement system
  • The organization and expression of lymphocyte receptor genes
  • The major histocompatibility complex and antigen presentation
  • T-cell development
  • B-cell development
  • T-cell activation, differentiation, and memory
  • B-cell activation, differentiation, and memory
  • Effector responses: cell and antibody-mediated immunity
  • The immune response in time and space
  • Allergy, hypersensitivities, and chronic inflammation
  • Tolerance, autoimmunity, and transplantation
  • Infectious diseases and vaccines
  • Immunodeficiency disorders
  • Cancer and the immune system
  • Experimental systems and methods.